2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1869 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Escalade | Mira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
